Harry Maguire has been reportedly left out of England’s World Cup squad for this summer’s football tournament.
The Manchester United centre-back has been left “shocked and gutted” after Thomas Tuchel decided to leave him out of his plans for the global sport event.
2026 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
Reacting to the major snub, the footballer said: “I was confident I could have played a major part this summer for my country after the season I’ve had. I’ve been left shocked and gutted by the decision. I wish the players all the best.”
The 33-year-old has been one of Man United’s best performers since Michael Carrick took over in January. He played a key role in the club’s Champions League qualification.
Maguire has 66 international caps and played in both of England’s last two games against Uruguay and Japan.
Reports suggest that Tuchel will announce his 26-man squad on Friday morning at Wembley, beginning at around 9.45am BST.
The manager submitted a provisional squad earlier this month that included Trent Alexander-Arnold, Danny Welbeck, and Levi Colwill, who has made just three appearances for Chelsea this season after a 10-month absence with a torn ACL.
Here’s project World Cup squad of England:
- Jordan Pickford,
- Aaron Ramsdale,
- Dean Henderson,
- Kyle Walker,
- John Stones,
- Marc Guéhi,
- Ezri Konsa,
- Levi Colwill,
- Reece James,
- Luke Shaw,
- Kieran Trippier,
- Declan Rice,
- Jude Bellingham,
- Phil Foden,
- Kobbie Mainoo,
- Conor Gallagher,
- Cole Palmer,
- James Maddison,
- Eberechi Eze,
- Harry Kane,
- Bukayo Saka,
- Marcus Rashford,
- Ollie Watkins,
- Jarrod Bowen,
- Anthony Gordon
Friday’s announcement will end the speculation.
2026-05-21 21:49:00
